Optical Telescopes

Optical telescopes are instruments that gather and focus light to observe distant objects in the universe, such as stars, planets, and galaxies. They use lenses or mirrors to magnify images, allowing astronomers to study these celestial bodies in detail. There are two main types: refracting telescopes, which bend light using lenses, and reflecting telescopes, which use mirrors. By collecting more light than the human eye can, optical telescopes reveal features and colors of astronomical objects, enhancing our understanding of the cosmos. They play a crucial role in advancing both amateur astronomy and scientific research.